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NJP 715R

1976 MG Midget

Blue Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2017
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

3,633 mi
Last recorded3,633 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2016
Typical for 1976 MG Midget53,434 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJP 715R
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2016 3,633 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Sep 2016 31,730 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 31,493 miles

Oil leak

Fail 25 Aug 2015 31,493 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Oct 2013 30,498 miles

engine oil leak

Fail 2 Oct 2013 30,498 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine oil leak

Pass 25 Aug 2012 26,396 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 25 Jul 2012 26,382 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Aug 2011 26,240 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 26,240 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 25,826 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 25,113 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 22,872 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Jun 2008 22,867 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Windscreen wiper control missing (8.2.1a)

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the MG Midget?

Based on 84,419 MOT tests across 9,949 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
286
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
9,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,648
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,284
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,239
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,079
Stop lamp not working 2,058
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NJP 715R is a 1976 MG Midget in Blue with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1976 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 53,434 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG Midget fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,648 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NJP 715R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Midget typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 50 years old, this MG Midget is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NJP 715R registered?

NJP 715R is a 1976 MG Midget, first registered on 1 August 1976.

Is NJP 715R safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJP 715R shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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